1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Avensis | 500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
